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World · 19 July 2026

Russia launches huge ballistic missile attack on Kyiv

Russia launches huge ballistic missile attack on Kyiv

Ukraine says Russia carried out one of its biggest ballistic missile attacks of the war overnight into Sunday, mainly targeting the capital. President Zelensky said more than 40 missiles and 120 attack drones were launched, with 126 targets shot down by air defences. One person was killed and 16 hurt in Kyiv, where explosions were heard and a strong smell of smoke lingered.

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